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A day in the musical life and relationship of Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn as they record Strayhorn's final composition, 'Blood Count'.

An interview with Time Magazine reveals some truths about their working methods and the question of artistic credit.

The action takes place during a recording session, and is based on extensive research into the working relationship of the two men.

Written by Ian Smith.

Duke Ellington ..... Clarke Peters
Billy Strayhorn ..... Don Gilet
Elaine Robillard ..... Ashleigh Haddad
Harry Carney ..... Steve Toussaint

Musicians:

Matt 蜜芽传媒 (drums)
Andrew Cleyndert (bass)
Dave Newton (piano)
Ian Smith (trumpet)
Alan Barnes (reeds)

Director: Martin Smith

A 蜜芽传媒 Cymru Wales production for 蜜芽传媒 Radio 4, first broadcast in April 2014.